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As of today, you'll find 11,656 apartments for rent in Houston, with a median rent price of $1,550 per month. Houston has seen a 5%—or $81—increase in median rent price compared to the previous year.Average Rent
$1,550Year Over Year Change
5%
$81
Rentals available, last 30 days
11,656
The average rent in Houston, TX, for rentals of all sizes and types, is $1,550, which is a 4.56% increase year-over-year.
The monthly rent for 1-bedroom apartments in Houston, TX is about $1,243. The average rent for 2-bedroom apartments in Houston, TX is $1,550, and studios are about $1,372 per month.
See more Houston, TX rent data on our rent research page.
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13800 westerloch dr
houston, TX, 77077
5445 w alabama
houston, TX, 77056
2008 kirby dr
houston, TX, 77019
6000 greenbriar st
houston, TX, 77030
2100 yupon st
houston, TX, 77006
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Age Range
0-19
27%
20-34
25%
35-44
14%
45-64
22%
65+
11%
Language
English
51%
Spanish
38%
Indo Euro
3%
Asia Pac
4%
Other
2%
Education
No HS
20%
High School
39%
Bachelor's
26%
Master's
9%
Prof Degree
2%
Doctorate
1%
Household Income
0-25k
22%
25-50k
24%
50-75k
16%
75-100k
10%
100-150k
11%
150k+
13%
Houston locals spend about 27 minutes commuting, and most drive to get to work. Residents or visitors looking to take public transit can hop on a train or bus run by Houston METRO to navigate Houston and nearby areas. The best way to fly in or out of Houston is through George Bush Intercontinental Houston Airport, 11.76 miles away.
Scores for Houston are calculated based on the proximity to and amount of infrastructure supporting each method of transportation.
We surveyed 10,000 renters across the country about what it's like living in their cities and neighborhoods. In Houston, 68% of residents reported feeling satisfied or very satisfied with the city overall, which is higher than the national average of 60%.
Top Three Reasons to Live in Houston
Nightlife
71%Satisfaction rating
Pet friendly
66%Satisfaction rating
Parks & recreation
66%Satisfaction rating
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How we got this dataThe overall cost of living in Houston, TX is 6% lower than the national average, according to the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research. This is calculated by comparing several expenses, including food and basic necessities like energy and healthcare. When it comes to comparing these expenses to the rest of the country, in Houston you can expect groceries to cost less than the national average, and healthcare to cost less. Eggs run about $3.18 per carton, and milk $4.64. Regarding healthcare costs, a doctor’s visit could amount to $97.07 on average—but this will likely vary depending on several factors, including insurance and medical specialty.
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| Groceries | 1% lower |
| Utilities | 8% lower |
| Transportation | 6% lower |
| Health | 2% lower |
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17m ago
Verified
300 Woerner Rd, Houston, TX 77090
Swimming pool | High ceilings | Controlled access
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$1,015–$1,560
Apartment for rent
28m ago
Verified
10730 Glenora Dr, Houston, TX 77065
On-site laundry | High ceilings | Outdoor space
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$984–$1,665
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